About IIMT University
Established in 2016, IIMT University, Meerut, stands as the epitome of academic excellence in Uttar Pradesh. Renowned for its student-centric approach and innovative teaching methodologies, IIMT University has emerged as one of the best universities in the region, consistently ranking among the top universities in Uttar Pradesh and earning recognition in national rankings.
The university is accredited by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and has secured top positions in the ARIIA Ranking and NIRF Innovation Rankings released by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
About the College of Law
The College of Law, IIMT University, Meerut, is a premier institution for legal education in India. Established in 2017, the college has emerged as a center of excellence in legal studies, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in law. The College of Law has a diverse and experienced faculty, with many members having completed their higher education at reputable institutions in India. The college maintains a strong research focus and has published several research papers, articles, and books in reputable journals and publications.
About the Conference
The National Conference “FROM MARGINS TO MAINSTREAM: THE LEGAL JOURNEY OF LGBTQ+ RECOGNITION” is being organized by IIMT University in collaboration with Action for Well Being (AWB India), a Delhi-based NGO founded in 2019 that offers a holistic approach to fostering inclusive education within schools and extends legal assistance to individuals from the LGBTQIA community.
Date
29th-30th May 2025
Mode
Hybrid
Venue
Seminar Hall, College of Law, O Pocket, Ganga Nagar, Mawana Road, Meerut, U.P., India
Theme
The conference focuses on “LEGAL RECOGNITION OF LGBTQ+ RIGHTS AND REPRESENTATION” considering the recent developments in this field, including the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 clause 6.2, which includes transgender individuals under socio-economically disadvantaged groups (SEDGs), the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act 2019, and the landmark NALSA judgment of 2014.
Sub-theme
- Transgender Roles and The State of Inequality in India
- LGBTQ+ Representation in Media and Pop Culture
- LGBTQ+ Rights in Educational Institutions
- The Role of the Judiciary in Advancing LGBTQ+ Rights
- Legal Barriers to Gender-Affirming Healthcare
- Sex Work, LGBTQ+ Identities, and the Law
- Reservations Policies for Transgender Individuals
- Legal Protections for LGBTQ+ Individuals in Sports
- Hate Crime Legislation and LGBTQ+ Communities
- International Perspectives on LGBTQ+ Rights
- LGBTQ+ Rights in Prison Systems
- Legal Recognition of LGBTQ+ Relationships in Religious Institutions
- Accessibility of Healthcare for Transgender and Intersex Persons Post Enactment of the Transgender Protection Act 2019
Who can Submit?
The Conference welcomes submissions from:
- Academicians
- Legal Practitioners
- Corporate Delegates
- Policy Experts
- Judicial Officers
- Representatives of Government Organizations, NGOs, and Civil Society Organizations
- Research Scholars and Students from all disciplines
How to Submit?
All submissions should be sent to: lawconference@iimtindia.net with the subject line (Name of Author & Co-author name). Interested participants can register using the link provided at the end of this post.
Submission Categories
- Full Research Papers
- Abstract Presentations
Submission Guidelines
For Abstracts
- Abstracts should not exceed 300-400 words and must have 5 Keywords (word format)
- Font and Font Size: Times New Roman, 12, Line spacing 1.5 and Alignment ‘justify’
- The abstract should include: Name of Author(s), Affiliation, Designation/Institution Details, Contact Number, Email ID, and Title of the Abstract
For Research Papers
- Length: Not more than 5000-6000 words (excluding footnotes and title)]Font and Font Size: Times New Roman, 12, Line spacing 1.5 and Alignment ‘justify’
- Footnotes: Times New Roman, Font Size 10, line spacing 1.5
- Title: Times New Roman style, font size 18, heading size 16, sub-heading 14
- Citation Style: Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation (20th Edition)
- Originality: Submissions must be original and not yet published
- Co-authorship is allowed up to 1 author excluding the main author
Processing Charges
Registration Fee
- Students: Rs.500 (Single Author) / Rs.1000 (Author and Co-Author)
- Research Scholars: Rs.750 (Single Author) / Rs.1500 (Author and Co-Author)
- Academicians and Legal Practitioners: Rs.1000 (Single Author) / Rs.2000 (Author and Co-Author)
- Foreigners: $20 (Single Author) / $40 (Author and Co-Author)
General Instructions
- All manuscripts should be written in English
- Zero-tolerance policy on plagiarism (similarity up to 15% is permissible)
- All submissions will undergo blind peer review and plagiarism check
- All submissions must be original and unpublished work
- Multiple entries by the same authors are not allowed
- Submissions should be in doc or docx format (not PDF)
- For participation, registration is mandatory
- The copyright for all entries shall vest with the organizers
Publication Opportunity
- The top 5 selected research papers will be published in IIMT Law Journal
- The next top 25 papers will be published in an edited book
- Nominal article publishing charges will apply after acceptance notification
Important Dates
- Last date of Registration: 15th May 2025
- Deadline for Abstract Submission: 20th May 2025
- Acceptance of Abstract: 21st May 2025
- Final Paper Submission: 25th May 2025
- Conference: 29th-30th May 2025
Contact Details
- Mr. Saurabh Bhardwaj (Co-convenor): +91 8267868480, saurabhbhardwaj_law@iimtindia.net
- Mr. Abhishek Kumar Singh (Convenor of Organizing Committee): +91 8090998484, abhishek_law@iimtindia.net
- Mr. Vedant Chaudhary (Co-convenor): +91 9560113221, vedantchaudhary_law@iimtindia.net
- Ms. Swastika Pandey (Co-convenor): +91 7725960451, swastikapandey@iimtindia.net
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